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Let's be honest—Judges is one of those books in the Bible that makes you pause and say, “Wait… what?” The stories are full of deeply flawed people doing questionable things. But they also hold up a mirror to our own human condition. They reveal our drift, our compromise, our self-reliance. And they whisper a question that echoes throughout the Old Testament: Who will save us?   In this episode, Whit George and Angela Ekstrum what the book of Judges shows us about the state of our hearts and the faithfulness of God.   Show notes:   In this episode, they reference Judges for You by Timothy Keller   Check Out the Message | Counter Culture, The Reality of Sin, & God's Unrelenting Faithfulness: https://youtu.be/1Nzx1EnO0mw?si=0Je9rFnsTOyyBEE8 Time Stamps: 0:00 – A Journey Worth Sharing 2:00 – Angela: From “Not a Pastor” to Bible Boss 5:00 – Finding Her Voice in Scripture 8:00 – Rethinking How We Read the Bible 14:00 – Judges: A Mirror of the Human Heart 18:00 – Wrestling with Divine Judgment 24:00 – Justice, Mercy, and God's Restraint 30:00 – Forming a Counter-Culture People 36:00 – Community is Not Optional 41:00 – Growth Through the Grind 46:00 – Generational Faith & Forgotten Stories 54:00 – God Allows Testing for Our Good 1:03:00 – Everyday Faithfulness in a Watching World 1:10:00 – Living as Light in the Darkness 1:17:00 – The God Who Keeps Showing Up 1:26:00 – Commitment, Complacency, and Coming Home

What do you do with a gift you never really learned how to use? We often treat sex like the expensive china we registered for but never use—beautiful in theory, awkward in practice. But sex isn't just skin-deep.   In this episode, Heather and Jamie talked about how our minds—and marriages—need renewing. Jamie shares the invisible legacy of trauma passed down through her family, while Heather opens up about the pressure to “perform” intimacy without ever being taught what godly sexual intimacy actually looks like. Let's renew our minds together!    Show Notes: Book Recommendations: Embodied by Gregg Allison The Great Sex Rescue by Sheila Wray Gregoire How and When to Tell Your Kids about Sex by Stan and Brenna Jones   Want to connect with a pastor? Fill out our connect form so that we can connect with the right team and resources: https://my.churchonthemove.com/connect Take Our Survey! https://cotmforms.wufoo.com/forms/x1a2abnw1v4fote/   Time Stamps: 0:00 – Let's Talk About Sex (And Why It Matters) 0:56 – Real Talk: What the Survey Revealed 2:00 – “Why Do I Still Feel Broken?” 5:52 – Inherited Silence: Family, Shame, and What Wasn't Said 9:03 – Digging Into God's Heart for Sex 12:06 – When Culture Teaches More Than Church 13:16 – The Doctor Asked WHAT?! 14:30 – Marriage Isn't Just a Roommate Agreement 16:04 – Preparing for Connection (All Day Long) 18:15 – Know Your Body, Know Your Rhythm 19:44 – Sex Is Sacred: 1 Corinthians 6, Unpacked 21:13 – Consent, Abuse, and the Marriage Bed 23:01 – Song of Solomon: The Original Love Poem 25:29 – Let's Not Keep This Hidden 28:02 – From Shame to Freedom 30:02 – Where to Start When You're Struggling 32:20 – A Radical Testimony of Surrender 34:38 – No Shame, Just an Invitation

We often frame salvation around a single emotional moment: Did you pray the prayer? But that question doesn't show up in Scripture. American Christianity has often reduced the gospel to an afterlife insurance policy: believe in Jesus and go to heaven when you die. But if your concept of heaven doesn't require Jesus to be there, you've misunderstood what Jesus came to do.   In this episode, Pastors Whit and Lee explore justification and sanctification and how God is not just after our destination; He's after our transformation.   Show notes: Check Out the Message: Finding the Great Purpose of Your Life Through Sanctification - https://youtu.be/Lr51g34nqYE

Justification is what God has done for you, said about you, and declared over you. Nothing needs to be added, it is complete. But for many, what Jesus has done sits in an invisible world that you feel you cannot see or access. So, how do you begin to apply this finished work in your lives?   Show Notes: Whit's Message: The Doctrine of Justification by Grace & Faith https://youtu.be/_audYAqqeWs Ethan's Message: The Miracle of Justification https://youtu.be/4ODvAz54MsE    Great Doctrines of the Bible - Martyn Lloyd-Jones Dynamics of Spiritual Life: An Evangelical Theology of Renewal - Richard F. Lovelace Room for Good Things to Run Wild: How Ordinary People Become Every Day Saints - Josh Nadeau The Great Divorce - C.S. Lewis

Renewal isn't just fresh vision or passion—it's also a painful shedding of sin, pride, and your false self. When life hits—when the diagnosis comes, the relationship ends, the silence of God feels deafening—your theology will show up. Whether you realize it or not, the beliefs you've built in the quiet seasons will become the framework you lean on in the storms.   In this episode, pastors Whit George and Blake Zimmerman explore shame, guilt, and performance, the beliefs that make us Christians, and personal experiences of renewal through suffering.     Show Notes: Spiritual Awareness: God's Holiness & The Depth of Your Sin https://youtu.be/r4ObZy5SKf4              

Renewal isn't about becoming a "better" version of ourselves; it's about becoming who God intended us to be — and that process always begins before revival ever reaches the world around us.   In this episode, Whit and Casey explore the often-overlooked power of writing as a way to process with God — and how it creates space for the Holy Spirit to reveal what's hidden beneath the surface. They dive into what renewal really means, why it's more than just a one-time event, and how personal transformation is tied to surrender, honesty, and preaching the gospel to ourselves daily.    Show Notes:   Check Out the Message: Transformation in You: The Spirit-Led Process of Renewal - https://youtu.be/BVBI3wYswUY

What shaped your understanding of sex growing up? Was it a quiet conversation with a parent, an awkward health class, a warning laced with shame? For many of us—especially those raised in Christian homes—our foundational beliefs about sex were vague, fear-based, or simply unspoken. We may have heard “don't do it until you're married,” but little else. And the unspoken message? Sex is bad… until one day, magically, it's good.   We believe it's time to talk. This summer, we're inviting experts, sharing real stories, surfacing hard questions, and pointing back to God's truth. Because God cares deeply about sex. He designed it. And He wants something better for all of us. Let's break the silence—together.   Content Warning: This episode is best suited for those ages 16 and up.   Show notes:   We want to hear from you! Take our anonymous survey: https://cotmforms.wufoo.com/forms/x1a2abnw1v4fote/

Welcome to the Good Friday guided prayer through the gospel of Mark. For the next 10 minutes or so, we are going to turn our attention to God in prayer. He desires to meet with us today, to talk to us, to share His heart with us and for us to share our hearts with Him. If you would like to read along as you listen, you can find this episode's transcript here: churchonthemove.com/goodfriday

Brothers Whit and Gabe George grew up in church, but their journeys to truly following Jesus took different paths—both marked by pride, just in different forms. Both had to face the unsettling reality that pride, whether loud or quiet, keeps us from God. Like Peter, they had to be confronted with what was really inside of them—not to be condemned, but to be changed. Real transformation began when they stopped pointing outward and dared to ask, “Lord, is it me?” Only then did they begin to understand that faith isn't built on perfection—it's built on dependency. In this episode, Whit and Gabe share stories from their childhood, explore Peter's actions in Mark 14, and reflect on the painful and beautiful journey of discovering who you really are in light of Christ.   Show Notes: Listen to the Message:  What Storms Reveal About Your Foundation - https://youtu.be/1LapLZlhMys

Welcome to week fifteen of guided prayer through the gospel of Mark. For the next 10 minutes or so, we are going to turn our attention to God in prayer. He desires to meet with us today, to talk to us, to share His heart with us and for us to share our hearts with Him. If you would like to read along as you listen, you can find this episode's transcript here: churchonthemove.com/sufferingsubmission    

Welcome to week fourteen of guided prayer through the gospel of Mark. For the next 10 minutes or so, we are going to turn our attention to God in prayer. He desires to meet with us today, to talk to us, to share His heart with us and for us to share our hearts with Him. If you would like to read along as you listen, you can find this episode's transcript here: churchonthemove.com/costlyworship

Jesus didn't give us Mark 13 so we can overlay modern events on it like some apocalyptic decoder ring. He's being pastoral. He talks about some tough stuff—wars, betrayal, suffering, false teachers, and the end of days. But the heart of it is this: “How are you going to respond when this happens?” In this episode, Pastors Whit George and Ethan Vanse explore Mark 13 and living with eternity in mind.   Show Notes: Check out the message: Jesus Is Coming Back, Stay Awake! - https://youtu.be/wT-iS6qRtWE

Welcome to week thirteen of guided prayer through the gospel of Mark. For the next 10 minutes or so, we are going to turn our attention to God in prayer. He desires to meet with us today, to talk to us, to share His heart with us and for us to share our hearts with Him. If you would like to read along as you listen, you can find this episode's transcript here: churchonthemove.com/bealert

Friendship is one of the greatest gifts God gives us—but it doesn't have to be painful. When done right, it's a place of celebration, not competition. Encouragement, not comparison. A safe space to be real and be known.   In this episode, Heather and Jamie discuss handling conflict and confrontation, how to stay friends when your seasons don't align, and finding security in your identity.   Show Notes:   In this episode, they reference Find Your People by Jennie Allen   Mel Robbins podcast: Why Making Friends as An Adult Feels Impossible & What to Do About It - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f26GCEUCNXk

There's something striking about how Jesus moves through the gospels, especially in Mark 11 & 12. He doesn't flinch or get thrown off by manipulation—He's not playing their game. Every test from the religious leaders only exposes their hearts.   In this episode, Whit and Casey talk about the fruit our lives produce, letting go of the performance, and returning again and again to the quiet voice that calls us to relationship over routine.     Show Notes:   Check out the message: Devotion, Religious Performance, & Fruitfulness in God - https://youtu.be/aCogSqwquYQ

Welcome to week twelve of guided prayer through the gospel of Mark. For the next 10 minutes or so, we are going to turn our attention to God in prayer. He desires to meet with us today, to talk to us, to share His heart with us and for us to share our hearts with Him. If you would like to read along as you listen, you can find this episode's transcript here: churchonthemove.com/lovegod

Welcome to week eleven of guided prayer through the gospel of Mark. For the next 10 minutes or so, we are going to turn our attention to God in prayer. He desires to meet with us today, to talk to us, to share His heart with us and for us to share our hearts with Him. If you would like to read along as you listen, you can find this episode's transcript here: churchonthemove.com/thetruevine

Faith is not passive—it's an active trust in the character and promises of God. It enables us to endure when things don't make sense, to trust in the waiting, and to walk through difficulty knowing that God is forging something deeper in us.   In this episode, Pastor Willie George and Pastor Whit George explore where faith originates from, how God speaks, and how respond in faith.   Show Notes: Check out the Message: Faith That Comes to Pass - https://youtu.be/Lgo4X1NhBYI   For reading the Bible in context, they recommend: The Companion Bible Logos: https://www.logos.com/

Welcome to week ten of guided prayer through the gospel of Mark. For the next 10 minutes or so, we are going to turn our attention to God in prayer. He desires to meet with us today, to talk to us, to share His heart with us and for us to share our hearts with Him. If you would like to read along as you listen, you can find this episode's transcript here: churchonthemove.com/whathasyourheart

It's easy to run on autopilot, especially when life is good. We fill our schedules, push through our routines, and rely on what's familiar. But how many of us are truly slowing down to hear what the Lord is saying? In this episode, Whit and Casey talk about hearing from God, condemnation vs. conviction, and what God is doing in the life of our church.   Show Notes: Listen to the Message: Learning Dependence on the Spirit of God - https://youtu.be/JRK1MM-IRNM   In this episode, Casey mentions The Making of a Leader by Dr. J. Robert Clinton

Welcome to week nine of guided prayer through the gospel of Mark. For the next 10 minutes or so, we are going to turn our attention to God in prayer. He desires to meet with us today, to talk to us, to share His heart with us and for us to share our hearts with Him. If you would like to read along as you listen, you can find this episode's transcript here: https://churchonthemove.com/helpmyunbelief  

There comes a point in life when you realize your parents aren't perfect. And then, as you get farther down the road, you realize they were far from perfect. The reality is, we don't leave our family of origin behind when we grow up. We carry it with us. The patterns, the coping mechanisms, the ways we learned (or didn't learn) to express love, handle conflict, and process emotions—all of it follows us into adulthood, into friendships, into marriage, into parenting.   So, how do we break cycles of dysfunction for generations to come? Check out the episode!

Mark 8 paints a picture of disciples whose spiritual eyes remain closed. Despite witnessing miracles, they are unable to grasp the deeper significance of what Jesus is doing. Their inability to see past the surface of a physical miracle points to a broader truth: while many miracles restore sight to the physically blind, only Jesus can open the spiritual eyes that allow us to recognize His true identity. In this episode, Whit and Casey examine the way we see—and sometimes fail to see—the work of God in our lives.   Show Notes: Listen to the message: The Truth About Jesus - https://youtu.be/OtvCCGfLb3A?si=WhrKu0czwvx20ZoQ

Welcome to week eight of guided prayer through the gospel of Mark. For the next 10 minutes or so, we are going to turn our attention to God in prayer. He desires to meet with us today, to talk to us, to share His heart with us and for us to share our hearts with Him. If you would like to read along as you listen, you can find this episode's transcript here: https://churchonthemove.com/jesusisthemessiah  

We often attempt to shrink God down to a principle or formula—something that promises predictable outcomes and gives us a sense of control. But true faith isn't about control—it's about trust in the unknown. Genuine obedience isn't driven by obligation but by love. When we separate obedience from love, we risk becoming like the older brother in the parable of the prodigal son—outwardly righteous yet inwardly distant from the Father's heart.   In this episode, Whit and Casey explore Matthew 7, the dangers of legalism and antinomianism, and how to embrace the mystery of our faith.   Show Notes:   Check out the Message: Hypocrisy, Legalism, and the Lesson of Internal Devotion - https://youtu.be/hbFpa2BSxYs?si=YpYW-faPgvXUdKjT

Welcome to week seven of guided prayer through the gospel of Mark. For the next 10 minutes or so, we are going to turn our attention to God in prayer. He desires to meet with us today, to talk to us, to share His heart with us and for us to share our hearts with Him.  If you would like to read along as you listen, you can find this episode's transcript here: https://churchonthemove.com/whatdefiles

One of the most striking patterns in Scripture is how Jesus consistently puts His disciples in overwhelming situations—not to discourage them, but to shape them. From the beginning of creation, God has given humans jobs too big to handle on their own. The call to fill and subdue the earth, to shepherd nations, to be His image-bearers—it's all impossible apart from Him. And yet, in His wisdom, He places us in these roles before we feel fully ready, training us as we go.   In this episode, Whit, Casey, and Blake explore Mark chapter six, on-the-job training in ministry, and what it looks like to truly depend on Jesus in every season and situation.   Show Notes:   Listen to the message - How to See the Situation Like Jesus: https://youtu.be/4X_a35nOAxw?si=huOyJlQ9GvpJl9D7 In this episode, Blake mentions the book The Art of Pastoring by David Hansen

Welcome to week six of guided prayer through the gospel of Mark. For the next 10 minutes or so, we are going to turn our attention to God in prayer. He desires to meet with us today, to talk to us, to share His heart with us and for us to share our hearts with Him.  If you would like to read along as you listen, you can find this episode's transcript here: https://churchonthemove.com/thesentones

We live in an age of disenchantment, where the material world is often seen as all there is. Yet deep down, we sense there is more to reality than what we can perceive with our senses.    Scripture affirms this reality, showing that humanity exists between two kingdoms—the Kingdom of God and the kingdom of darkness.    In this episode, Whit and Casey talk Mark 5, the unseen realm, and the purpose of the church.   Show Notes:   Listen to the message: Dealing with the Reality of Sin & Finding Victory in Jesus   Book Recommendations: Remaking the World  by Andrew Wilson The Unseen Realm by Michael Heiser Deliverance by Jon Thompson Breakthrough by Marcus Warner Spiritual Warfare by Karl Rahner Defeating Dark Angels by Charles Kraft I Give You Authority by Charles Kraft

Welcome to week five of guided prayer through the gospel of Mark. For the next 10 minutes or so, we are going to turn our attention to God in prayer. He desires to meet with us today, to talk to us, to share His heart with us and for us to share our hearts with Him.  If you would like to read along as you listen, you can find this episode's transcript here: https://churchonthemove.com/thepowerofjesus  

As the new year begins, we often hear "new year, new you," but maybe it's not about becoming someone new. Maybe it's about becoming the best version of the person God already created us to be—authentic, intentional, and grounded in His design.   This year, Heather and Jamie are wrestling with questions that feel both deeply personal and universally human: Who am I, really? and How can I keep growing in every season?    Join us for the journey!   Show Notes:   We want to hear from you! Let us know what you want to hear about this year and give us insight on your experience with friendship. Take the Survey: https://cotmforms.wufoo.com/forms/p4fk6aj1d5ncwc/

Welcome to week four of guided prayer through the gospel of Mark. For the next 10 minutes or so, we are going to turn our attention to God in prayer. He desires to meet with us today, to talk to us, to share His heart with us and for us to share our hearts with Him. Today's Scripture is Mark 4:1-9 and 13-20. If you would like to read along as you listen, you can find this episode's transcript here: https://churchonthemove.com/parableofthesower

Welcome to week three of guided prayer through the gospel of Mark. For the next 10 minutes or so, we are going to turn our attention to God in prayer. He desires to meet with us today, to talk to us, to share His heart with us and for us to share our hearts with Him. Today's Scripture is  Mark 3:1-6 . If you would like to read along as you listen, you can find this episode's transcript here: https://churchonthemove.com/fromrest  

The question Mark's gospel invites us to wrestle with is profound: Who is Jesus to you? In Mark 2, Jesus repeatedly places Himself in positions of conflict. He challenges the crowds, confounds the religious leaders, and confronts individuals, forcing them to confront this question and inviting them to trust in faith.   In this episode, Whit Casey look at Mark chapter 2 and what it looks like to truly pursue Jesus.    Show notes: Check out the message : Becoming a Follower Vs Fan of Jesus - https://youtu.be/C1gxTwRm9WE?si=NlYRmTh7CZo6BHTi   In this episode, Whit mentions Jesus' teachings on marriage & divorce. Find content on this subject here: https://churchonthemove.com/marriage

Mark's Gospel starts not in a city or a temple but in the wilderness. Why? The wilderness holds deep symbolic significance. John the Baptist steps onto the stage of redemptive history in this barren, solitary place. It's here, in the midst of the dry and desolate, that God begins His work of renewal.   In our busy lives, we rarely make space for reflection. What could it look like to step back from comforts or distractions to prepare the way for the Lord? In this episode, Whit and Casey dive deep into the first 8 verses of Mark.   Show notes:    Listen to the Message: 3 Ways to Prepare the Way of the Lord in Your Life in 2025 https://youtu.be/6DJU76bTv7s   Check out our series on Mark:  https://churchonthemove.com/gospelofmark   In this episode Whit mentions the book The Great Divorce by CS Lewis    

Welcome to day 1 of guided prayer through the gospel of Mark. For the next 10 minutes or so, we are going to turn our attention to God in prayer. He desires to meet with us today, to talk to us, to share His heart with us and for us to share our hearts with Him. Today's Scripture is Mark 1:1-11. If you would like to read along as you listen, you can find this episode's transcript here: https://churchonthemove.com/day-1-a-guided-prayer-for-repentance  

The holidays bring a mix of joy and stress as families gather with differing opinions, parenting styles, political beliefs, and more. Learning to be a non-anxious presence can transform these interactions, helping us navigate emotions and conflicts and show up fully, be present for others, and maintain our peace amidst the chaos.   In this episode, Heather shares about the powerful lessons she has learned as she trains to be a hospital chaplain, including practical tips to navigate the holidays this year!

When we think about God's work in the world, how often do we limit Him to what we can see or understand? The truth is, the Holy Spirit is always at work—in us, around us, and through us—in ways that far surpass our imagination. But we often miss it, either because we've confined Him to our expectations or because we've become too self-reliant to notice His movement.   In this episode, Whit and Casey talk about the work of the Holy Spirit, the mystery of faith, and what to do when you feel distant from God.   Show notes:   Check Out the Message: Pentecostal Power in an Age of Self Help |  https://youtu.be/_gZ4TaC-fa4

Some of us avoid conflict like the plague, while others charge into it head-on. Regardless of how you feel about conflict one thing is for sure: it's inevitable. In a world that values quick fixes and easy exits, how do we handle it well?  The hard work of staying in relationship—even when it's messy—is where real beauty lies.   In this episode, Jamie and Heather talk about navigating conflict in a way that honors God and promotes growth not only for themselves but for their kids.    Show notes:   In this episode, Jamie references the book Find Your People by Jennie Allen   Pete Scazzero's Ladder of Integrity: https://www.emotionallyhealthy.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/EHS+SKILLS+SESSION+6.pdf

If we only stay in our Christian homes, Christian churches, and Christian coffee shops, how are we being a light in the world? John 3 invites us to think deeply about what it means to bring the Kingdom of God into different spaces and places. To live on mission is to see yourself not just as saved, but as sent—sent to wherever you are, knowing that your very presence carries a message.    In this episode, Whit and Casey explore what it means to live with a missional mindset, love others without disdain or judgment, and proclaim the message of the gospel.   Show notes:  Check out the message : Missional Mindset in an Age of Comfort & Convenience | https://youtu.be/Q0-w6BGZuEc?si=CdqthbyL1FJAK4BF

In an age where connections seem endless yet leave us longing for more, the Church stands as a uniquely transformative community. Christ calls each of us to serve, to minister, and to participate. There's no room for spectators in the family of God; we're all in the game.    In this episode, Whit and Casey discuss bearing each other's burdens, pursuing unity. and what true, authentic community looks like.   Show notes:   Check out the message: Authentic Community in an Age of Counterfeit Connection | https://youtu.be/y2FzbLpoCKg?si=ICi2xqPnhN2M-kfq

In a world of selfish ambition, the church is called to something radically different—a life shaped by gospel culture. While gospel doctrine provides the essential truths we stand on, gospel culture is how we live in response to those truths, embodying them in our everyday actions and relationships.   In this episode, Whit and Casey dive into how gospel doctrine and culture go hand in hand and discuss our role in carrying this culture wherever we go.     Show notes:   Check Out the Message | Gospel Culture in an Age of Selfish Ambition: https://youtu.be/1sR-w2Cc3JE   In this episode, Whit mentions the book Renovation of the Heart by Dallas Willard

The Gospel is good news, not good advice. It doesn't just call us to be better; it invites us into a whole new life in Christ. In an age that says we must define ourselves, gospel doctrine tells us that we're already defined in the most profound way: loved, redeemed, and called by Jesus. This is the truth that binds His Church together.   In this Episode, Whit and Casey explore the history of our individualistic culture and the foundational beliefs that define the Church.   Show notes: Check out the message: Gospel Doctrine in an Age of Moral Relativism  | https://youtu.be/R4xwMaBTxNE?si=4Bpb405nL-E4I456 In this episode Whit mentions the book Strange New World by Carl Trueman

Grief often comes in waves, bringing unpredictable emotions. Jamie recently lost her dad and is struggling with not grieving "like a normal person." But there's no "normal" way to grieve—every loss and relationship is unique.   Grief isn't a solo journey. In this episode, Jamie and Heather discuss their experiences of losing a parent, the importance of showing up for others, and allowing them to show up for you.

Let's be honest—sometimes, marriage can feel like a battleground. We know communication is key, yet, we avoid talking about what's really going on. Lance and Brandy Salazar have lived through this and come out stronger. Their story and practical wisdom offer real hope for couples struggling to overcoming the stigma of silence in marriage. In this episode, Whit has a candid conversation with Lance and Brandy Salazar on how they brought their marriage back from the brink of divorce and how God is using their story to help couples today.   Show notes: Listen to the Message: What Does Marriage Show Me About My Relationship with Jesus? - https://www.youtube.com/watch?si=jTwJ5tYGpEb8nJ4N&v=EzEz_iDojLk&feature=youtu.be Don't do life alone! Find a group on our Group Finder: https://my.churchonthemove.com/groupfinder

Power is often misunderstood. We tend to associate power with entitlement—something earned or deserved. Yet, in Ephesians 5:25, Paul instructs husbands to “love your wives, just as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her.” This command flips the common understanding of power upside down. Jesus invites us into this countercultural way of living, where the real path to freedom is through service and self-denial. In this episode, Whit, Casey, and Lee dive deeper into the true meaning of sacrifice and leadership and the word Paul gives to husbands.   Show notes:   In this episode, they discuss the Myers Briggs personality types. Learn more here: https://www.16personalities.com/   Find Ray Ortlund's books: https://www.crossway.org/authors/ray-ortlund/   Learn more about our men's ministry: https://churchonthemove.com/brotherhood    

We are members of Christ's body, and this belonging informs the way we should love within a marriage. Our commitment to each other in marriage is a covenant, a mutual giving of oneself for the sake of the other. This covenantal love requires vulnerability, sacrifice, and intimacy. But how do we live this out well in a hyper-sexualized world?   In this episode, Whit, Casey and, Angela break down Paul's letter in 1 Corinthians, how we can move through sexual brokenness and dysfunction, and how we can address these topics in our relationships and in our church community.     Show notes:   Katharos is an eight-week small group curriculum for men who want to put pornography in the past — for good. Find a Katharos group on our Groupfinder: Go to https://my.churchonthemove.com/groupfinder & filter by Midsize Group.   Find authentic community! Check out our Daughters and Brotherhood ministries: https://churchonthemove.com/brotherhood https://churchonthemove.com/daughters   In this episode, they reference a previous podcast on Judah and Tamar. Find it here: https://churchonthemove.com/understanding-the-bible-judah-tamar/

Submission is a word that often brings with it feelings of apprehension. What did Paul really teach about submission in marriage in Ephesians 5? Paul's letter was written to a community of Christ-followers, emphasizing unity in the body of Christ, including unity between husband and wife. However, his teachings on submission aren't meant to be applied rigidly or without pastoral wisdom.   In this episode, Whit and Casey explore what submission looks like in ideal and less than ideal situations and how Paul is reorienting our understanding of God's family and how it reflects the relationship between Christ and the Church.   Show notes:   Listen to the Message “Understanding the Mystery of Submission”https://youtu.be/Gqqew9VAjWw?si=MFRCf4gtnYXJEaF6

In this episode of Life in Motion, we dive deeper into the conversation sparked by our previous episode, "How to Boil Water." This time, we're tackling the often-taboo topic of sex and its significance within the church. Join us as we explore the spiritual implications of sexual relationships and how our understanding of intimacy can be transformed. We discuss the importance of purity, the sacredness of marriage, and how our past experiences shape our views on sexuality.   Show notes:   Check out our previous episode - Intimacy: “Boiling Water” & Not Reading the “Spicy” Books: https: //youtu.be/ovC93OfnsII?si=041x2tBGQS4d7daA   Check out our series on marriage: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLoikPSaa5DXdvzGClGm07n_H529TEcL-0

We all know the importance of our words. Yet, many of us speak without thinking. We don't consider the listener's communication style, how they might receive what we say, or how we can invite Jesus into the conversation. In this episode, we discuss practical ways to learn to speak in a way that your spouse can understand and stay curious in our conversations. It may be tempting to jump right to change how you talk to each other, and while that could bring some quick results, if something deeper doesn't change, your words will eventually drift back to causing harm. Scripture teaches us that our words reflect our hearts. The real issue isn't just communication—it's a heart problem only Jesus can fix. So, let's talk about it!   Show notes:   Watch the Message - The Life and Death of Words in Your Marriage: https://youtu.be/OLYmxNo_DFE Center Church: Doing Balanced, Gospel-Centered Ministry in Your City How to Stay Married: The Most Insane Love Story Ever Told